Teaching Assistant Junior School

GDST (The Girls' Day School Trust); Birkenhead; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Birkenhead High School Academy invites applications for a Teaching Assistant in the Junior School. This fixed-term post runs to 31 August 2027, is 36 hours per week, term-time plus inset days, and offers a salary in the £21,890–£26,846 range.

The successful candidate will be enthusiastic, motivated and a team player, dedicated to supporting pupils’ development and achievement within a supportive girls’ education environment.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or in an educational setting is desirable.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills to support pupils and staff.

Responsibilities

• Assist in classrooms under the guidance of teaching staff.
• Support learning activities and contribute to a positive classroom environment.
• Help monitor pupil progress and contribute to safeguarding and welfare.

Job description

Employer Birkenhead High School Academy - GDST

Location Prenton, Merseyside

• Contract Type Fixed term contract
• Hours Full Time
• Contract Length Fixed Term to 31st August 2027
• Salary £26,846 pa – Actual - £21,890
• Posted 21st September 2026
• Start Date As Soon As Possible
• Expires 8th October 2026 09:00 PM
• Job ID 1575235

Teaching Assistant Junior School

Birkenhead High School Academy

Start date: As soon as possible

Contract type: Fixed Term to 31st August 2027

Hours: 36 hours/5 days per week/term time (176 days) plus 5 inset days

Salary: £26,846 pa – Actual - £21,890

This is an exceptional opportunity for an excellent Teaching Assistant to join a beacon of excellence in girls’ education and make a positive contribution to the aspirational vision of a thriving academy.

The successful candidate will be an enthusiastic and highly motivated individual eager to make a positive contribution to the aspirational vision for this thriving academy.

They will be a dynamic and innovative practitioner who is passionate about their subject and the impact it can have on a young person’s development and all-round education.

They will also be someone who values working as part of a team ensuring the highest possible standards of achievement and attainment.

BHSA is an all through 3-19 years girls’ academy sponsored by the Girls’ Day School Trust, and is, and will continue to be, a highly successful centre of education where every student matters, where expectations of all members of our community are high and where personal achievement and fulfilment are valued and sought after.

BHSA promises the highest level of academic provision alongside an extensive programme of enrichment activities, and all within a friendly and supportive family environment.

BHSA places a high value on CPD and supports all staff in accessing top quality training.

Closing date for applications: Thursday 8th October 2026 9am

Interviews will be held on: Tuesday 13th October 2026

References for shortlisted candidates will be requested prior to interview.

If you have not heard from us by Monday 12th October you should assume you have not been shortlisted for interview on this occasion.

We are committed to the safeguarding of children and child protection; Enhanced DBS screening and online searches apply to this post.

Attachments

• Application Pack TA_Juniors 2026
• Academy Safeguarding Policy Sept 2026
• GDST Online Safety Policy 2026
• GDST School Staff Code of Conduct
• Whistleblowing Policy

Safeguarding Statement

The Girls’ Day School Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection checks appropriate to the post, including online searches and checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.